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Birmingham 'superhero' Oscar Jealous, 10, dies after illness fight

A boy recognised as a Child of Courage under the Pride of Birmingham awards has died following his battle with an incurable illness.

Ten-year-old Oscar Jealous from Kingstanding, Birmingham, had Batten Disease, a condition affecting his nervous system.

March's award was in recognition of Oscar raising awareness of the illness.

His family said their "superhero" passed away peacefully at home on Thursday.

Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard, who presented the award, said Oscar was "inspirational"

In a social media post, Oscar's family said he was surrounded by relatives in a house full of love and hope for what should have been.